Graphic Design

Get an edge on your competition by learning techniques and skills that will help you to become a successful Graphic Designer in today's fast-paced and modernized industry. You'll gain expertise in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.

Web Design

Crack the code on designing a search engine-friendly website that will help you provide relative content to your users on all devices. Learn how using semantically-written, standard-compliant code makes all the difference in creating a positive user experience.

3D Animation

Start bringing your ideas to life. Learn cutting-edge techniques to make 3D assets for Feature Film, Games, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, and Real-Time Apps! You will use industry-standard software including Autodesk Maya, Pixologic Z-Brush, and Quixel.

Video Production

Visual storytelling is the medium of the future. Learn to tell your stories clearly and beautifully with cinematography, production planning, editing, visual effects, motion graphics, and more. you will learn to use Adobe Premiere, After Effects, and other cutting-edge programs.

Joseph LaCap

Texture Artist Industrial Light & Magic

PCSD Graduate

Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, Transformers: The Last Knight, Destiny, Man of Steel and World War Z.

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What Our Alumni Have to Say

Eugene Paluso

Senior Layout & Matchmove Artist

"Platt played a big role in my career... Platt's curriculum prepared me for what was to come."

Dr. Strange | Captain America: Civil War | The Hateful Eight | Ant-man

Tyler Phillips

Character Animator

"As a character animator, I would not be here if it was not for everything I learned at Platt."

The Boss Baby | Troll Hunters | How to Train Your Dragon 2

Thomas Higdon

Creative Services Coordinator

"I will always credit Platt for building the launch pad that propelled me to reach my future goals."

Why Platt College San Diego?

Since 1992, Platt College is the first and only, degree-granting, accredited college in San Diego, CA that solely concentrates in the Digital Media Design fields. We understand that being a creative student you process instruction differently, so we have structured our programs to maximize your learning potential.

Small Class Sizes

You receive closer, one-on-one, and tailored instruction while developing deep and lasting relationships with your fellow classmates.

Day & Evening Classes

Work a full-time day job? No problem. You can earn your Associate and/or Bachelor degree in the evenings.

Inverted Curriculum

You complete design / technical courses before general studies, utilizing your newly acquired skills within your professional and personal life sooner.

No Hidden Costs

No application, parking or monthly material fees.

Accelerated Programs

Associate's Degree in 16 months. Bachelor's Degree in under 3 years.

Target One Class

You complete your technical / design classes one at a time. Focusing your creative attention on your target.

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